Saudi Arabia visa requirements for Laotians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Laotians visiting Saudi Arabia

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Saudi Arabian Visa.

  • A passport with six months validity and two blank pages for visa stamps. 
  • A recent passport photograph. 
  • A Saudi Arabian visa application form. 
  • Proof of return or onward flight ticket. 
  • Applicants should note that all forms filled should be written in capital letters in order for the visa application to be processed in a timely manner. 
  • Proof of accommodation in Saudi Arabia. 
  • Proof of sufficient funds to cover expenses incurred while in Saudi Arabia. 
  • Medical health insurance for emergency cases must be valid for the whole duration of stay in Saudi Arabia.
  • Visitors are expected to abide by the country's Islamic rules and regulations.
  • The Saudi Arabia law is against drug trafficking, violators are punished severely and it may include the death penalty in some cases. 


Saudi Arabia Visa for Laotians

Facts about Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia is just the place to go to if you are looking to disconnect from the world. The country is regarded as the world’s most isolated nation. The internet and much of the 21st century is still quite unknown to the people living in the country. 
 Every year, the country receives between 4,000 to 6,000 Western tourists. The average number of foreign visitors in the country every year is 200,000. Concerted efforts are being made to ensure the number of people who visit the country reaches one million.
 Foreigners are not allowed to take Saudi Riyals out of the country. There used to be restrictions on the interaction between foreign tourists and local people. However, those restrictions have been relaxed slightly in recent times. Disruptive behavior by tourists is not tolerated, this can lead to the imprisonment and torture of tourists.
 

Types of Saudi Arabia Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Student visa 1-3 Weeks valid through study year
Tourist visa 5 Days Three Months
Business visa 1-3 Weeks 90 Days

General Requirements for Saudi Arabia Visa

  • A passport with six months validity and two blank pages for visa stamps. 
  • A recent passport photograph. 
  • A Saudi Arabian visa application form. 
  • Proof of return or onward flight ticket. 
  • Applicants should note that all forms filled should be written in capital letters in order for the visa application to be processed in a timely manner. 
  • Proof of accommodation in Saudi Arabia. 
  • Proof of sufficient funds to cover expenses incurred while in Saudi Arabia. 
  • Medical health insurance for emergency cases must be valid for the whole duration of stay in Saudi Arabia.
  • Visitors are expected to abide by the country's Islamic rules and regulations.
  • The Saudi Arabia law is against drug trafficking, violators are punished severely and it may include the death penalty in some cases. 


Saudi Arabia Student visa Saudi Arabia Tourist visa Saudi Arabia Business visa

Saudi Arabia Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Saudi Arabian student visa is a  visa issued to foreigners visiting Saudi Arabia for educational purposes, training or an internship. 
  • A passport valid for a duration of 12 months with two blank visa pages. 
  • A recently taken coloured passport photograph with a white background. 
  • A complete Saudi Arabia student visa application form. The form should be filled in capital letters. 
  • The applicant's original birth certificate and a photocopy. 
  • A reference letter from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs showing the number and the date the student visa was issued. 
  • Applicant's original and photocopy of a high school diploma. The copy must be authenticated by the Saudi Cultural Mission. 
  • Three copies of a medical result issued by a licensed physician.
  • The medical results must be signed by the physician and a passport(with a white background) must be stapled with the medical report. The result must state that the applicant is free from any contagious disease. 
  • The medical reports must contain the license number and the address of the physician and the report must be used within three months from the issuance date. 
  • A recent police report stating the applicant does not have a criminal record. 
  • A letter from the applicant's government giving the applicant approval to travel. 
  • Married applicants who wish to travel with their spouse or child is expected to show a marriage certificate or a birth certificate. 
  • Minors traveling alone or with one parent must show a letter of authorization signed by both parents or the other parent. 
  • Foreigners in Saudi Arabia on a student visa are not expected to work with the visa. 


Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Saudi Arabia tourist visa is issued to foreigners visiting Saudi Arabia for tour or visitation. 
  • Laotians who wish to tour in Saudi Arabia or visit their loved ones can apply for the Saudi Arabian tourist visa. 
  • A passport valid for a duration of six months and blank visa pages. 
  • A copy of your return ticket.
  • Women entering Saudi Arabia alone must meet a sponsor or a male relative upon arrival. 
  • Proof of accommodation for your duration of stay in Saudi Arabia. 
  • Foreigners visiting Saudi Arabia are required to behave decently and act according to the law and traditions of the country. 
  • Pilgrims must present a valid Hajj or Umra visa. 
  • Employed applicants are expected to submit a letter from their employer.
  • The letter should be written on the company's letterhead and should contain the employee's leave approval, duration of stay in Saudi Arabia and entry and exit dates. 
  • The Saudi Arabian tourist visa is only issued to a selected group of people on a limited basis. 
  • Proof of sufficient funds to cover the duration of stay in Saudi Arabia. 
  • Sponsored applicants are required to show their sponsorer's bank statement for the last three months. 
  • Non-Muslim travelers are forbidden from entering the holy city of Mecca and Medina.


Saudi Arabia Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Saudi Arabia's business visa is a visa issued to managers, investors, businessmen or representatives of an organization traveling to Saudi Arabia on a business basis. 
  • A passport with six months validity and two blank visa pages is required. 
  • A completed and signed Saudi Arabian business visa application form filled with black ink or printed. 
  • A recently taken passport photograph with a white background. 
  • A letter addressed to the royal embassy of Saudi Arabia written by your employer stating your position in the company and your purpose of visit to Saudi Arabia. 
  • An invitation letter by an authorized company in Saudi Arabia and certified by the Saudi chamber of commerce and the Ministry of foreign affairs stating your entry and exit dates, meeting dates and 
  • A letter written by the police of your home country stating that you have no criminal case and you have not been convicted of any criminal offenses.
  • Proof of accommodation in Saudi Arabia. 
  • A copy of your return ticket. 
  •  A bank statement not more than three months to show proof of sufficient funds to cover the duration of stay in Saudi Arabia.
  • A certificate of vaccination against yellow fever, polio, measles, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid and rabies is required. 
  • Proof of medical insurance valid for the duration of stay in Saudi Arabia. 



Saudi Arabia Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Student visa

60.00 (USD)

Tourist visa

175.00 (USD)

Business visa

149.00 (USD)

Saudi Arabia Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Laos

Location

Address

Riyadh

Mashoor Bin Abdul Aziz Street, Building, No.57 Mursalat,P.O. Box 94339, Riyadh 11693, Saudi Arabia

Http://www.ghanaembassyksa.org/

Info@ghanaembassyksa.org

(+966) (11) 454 5122, (+966) (11) 454 5126

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Saudi Arabia known for?

Saudi Arabia has the most oil in the world. It ships more oil to the rest of the world than any other country. Saudi Arabia is also famous for its religion Islam and is home to Islam's holiest shrines in Mecca and Medina. 

What are the punishments in Saudi Arabia?

Criminal law punishments in Saudi Arabia include public beheading, hanging, stoning, amputation, and lashing. Serious criminal offenses include murder, rape, theft, robbery, apostasy, adultery, witchcraft and sorcery.

Are other religions allowed in Saudi Arabia?

Saudi Arabia is an Islamic theocracy. Religious minorities do not have the right to practice their religion while in the country. Non-Muslim propagation is banned and conversion from Islam to another religion is punishable by death as apostasy. 

Can I drink tap water in Saudi Arabia?

In Saudi Arabia, water is scarce and its an extremely valuable resource. The majority of water consumption is supplied by depleting non-renewable groundwater. Although tap water is safe to drink yet the demand for bottled water is increasing.